Roses in November
A season to be thankful, November is a busy month for gardeners as they prepare for the winter months ahead. Below is a helpful list to remind myself of what must be done before the first snowfall.
-Finish planting tulip bulbs and start pruning the rose bushes.
-The mums that I meticulously placed in the front of the house, can be planted in the ground.
-Clean the bird feeder and purchase bird seeds.
-Stock up on paper leaf bags.
-Clean and store away gardening tools.
-Bring outdoor plants that won’t survive the winter inside the home.
Despite the colder autumn temperature, don’t be surprised to find roses still in bloom. Enjoy your flowers by making an arrangement. Personalize your cornucopia centerpiece by adding fall leaves and pine cones from the outside. (make sure to clean the leaves first) Rummage through a thrift shop or yard sale, where you can find unique dishware to be used for Thanksgiving dinner. Be adventurous and bake instead of buying store-made desserts. And purchase a few bottles of wine so you’ll always have a gift for a hostess at a party.
However you spend the holidays, be sure to sit back and enjoy the festivities.
Happy Holidays!
